Patient engagement was never meant to replace providers. It was meant to meet them. “Patient engagement” has been a buzzword in clinical research for as long as I’ve worked in the field.Chances are, if you’ve ever been to a patient engagement conference, you will have heard a discussion that boils down to: “Why are we still talking about this?” After living through Rona’s diagnosis and treatment, I’d like to propose a theory: The pendulum, once firmly rooted in “doctor knows

Meet one of our incredible advisors: Kelly McConologue, CCLS Kelly is a Certified Child Life Specialist who brings personal experience to her work. She puts children and families at the center of care. In her intro video, she shares why the mission of Rona's FUN LAB feels so important right now. We’re honored to have her perspective helping guide this work. Welcome to the team, Kelly!

Our Chief Momatologist spoke with Aaron Horowitz, Founder and CEO of Empath Labs, about the importance of pediatric engagement in clinical trials. They discuss the role of therapeutic play in helping children emotionally prepare for medical procedures, the impact of personal experiences on professional purpose, and the need for child-centric care in healthcare. Aaron shares his insights on innovations in clinical research, patient retention, and the importance of speaking the